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...... In 2003, less than a dozen club employees had to be evacuated. This time, Smith estimates that nearly 50 will be forced from their homes, including at least 20 players. Among that group are running back LaDainian Tomlinson, quarterback Philip Rivers and linebackers Shawne Merriman and Shaun Phillips. One club employee said the fire was right at the edge of Tomlinson's property line, but that it was unknown whether there was property damage.

Some coaches also had to evacuate. As of late Tuesday morning, they were unsure whether their houses still are standing. Four years ago, director of business operations John Hinek lost his home in the wildfires.